Teresa Giudice quietly considering ending marriage to Luis Ruelas as insider claims she’s emotionally drained, secretly meeting with lawyers, and longing for a life beyond cameras, conflict, and cold stares - suong

Teresa Giudice is quietly contemplating an exit from her marriage to Luis Ruelas — not for show, not for Bravo, but simply because she’s tired, worn down, and desperately in need of peace.

According to an exclusive source close to the Real Housewives of New Jersey star, Teresa has been speaking with lawyers in recent weeks about the possibility of stepping away from the marriage that many now say has “lost its spark.” But what’s more telling is the reason: “This isn’t about ratings. It’s not about a storyline. It’s about her soul,” the source says.

“She’s just not laughing like she used to,” the friend revealed. “She puts on a strong face, but there’s something different in her eyes. Teresa used to believe this was the man she would grow old with. But now, everything feels distant. Cold.”

Tensions between the couple began surfacing publicly earlier this year, when Teresa admitted she had been left to shoulder a staggering $3 million tax debt alone. Luis, once hailed by fans as her knight in shining armor following her painful split from ex-husband Joe Giudice, has faced increasing criticism for his emotional absence and questionable financial decisions.

“She truly believed in this marriage,” the friend added. “But Teresa is starting to realize — is it still a marriage if you're the only one fighting for it?”

The source also claims Teresa has deliberately chosen not to exploit the situation for airtime. She’s allegedly declined multiple opportunities to discuss her struggles with Luis on camera, and even asked producers to cut certain scenes. In one incident, she reportedly halted filming altogether after a particularly tense exchange off-camera.

During a recent off-screen girls’ dinner, Teresa allegedly admitted, “I don’t know if I want to be in this marriage anymore.” And surprisingly, no one tried to stop her. Her friends simply nodded, understanding without needing to say a word.

“She’s not looking for drama,” the source insisted. “She just wants to breathe again. If Teresa leaves this marriage, it won’t be with a headline or a Bravo teaser. It’ll be quietly, calmly, and entirely for herself.”